Mentoring to Succeed Act of 2023

The Mentoring to Succeed Act of 2023 establishes a competitive grant program to fund school-based mentoring programs for at-risk students in middle and high school. The bill defines "at-risk students" as those facing challenges like academic failure, homelessness, foster care involvement, substance abuse in the family, or juvenile justice contact. Eligible schools and organizations can apply for grants to develop mentoring programs requiring mentors to undergo screening and training in trauma-informed practices, cultural competency, and social-emotional learning. Grantees must report on student outcomes including academic achievement, attendance, and workforce readiness while protecting student privacy. The bill also directs a study by the Institute of Education Sciences to evaluate the effectiveness of these programs.